Margo

Meaning pearl
Origin French, Greek
Gender Girl
Popularity Moderate
Length 5
Syllables 2
Syllabification Mar-go

About Margo

Margo radiates vintage glamour with a modern twist, channeling old Hollywood elegance while feeling completely current. This streamlined spelling adds contemporary edge to a classic name, making it perfect for parents who appreciate tradition but want something slightly unconventional. The crisp, confident sound suggests someone intelligent, creative, and self-assured. Margo avoids the frilliness of many feminine names while remaining distinctly beautiful, appealing to those who prefer understated sophistication over ornate elaboration. The name has literary and artistic associations, often appearing in novels, films, and creative works, lending it a cultured air. It's short enough to be punchy and memorable but substantial enough to carry weight in professional settings. Margo works wonderfully across generations, suitable for grandmothers, mothers, and daughters alike, creating potential for meaningful family naming traditions. Parents selecting Margo often value individuality and aren't swayed by popularity rankings, instead trusting their instincts toward a name with character, charm, and timeless appeal that refuses to fade into the background.

Variations of Name Margo

Margot
Margaux
Margie
Margarita
Margareta
Margaret

Nicknames for Margo

Mag
Maggie
Mags
Go-Go
Margo

Famous People Named Margo

Margo MartindaleAmerican actress
Margo PriceAmerican singer-songwriter
Margo DydekPolish professional basketball player
Margo MacDonaldScottish politician
Margo JeffersonAmerican cultural critic and writer
Margo StilleyAmerican actress and writer
Margo TimminsCanadian vocalist of the band Cowboy Junkies
Margo LanaganAustralian writer of young adult fiction
Margo KingstonAustralian journalist and commentator
Margo HarshmanAmerican actress
Margo HansonBritish author and journalist
Margo LionAmerican theater producer
Margo SmithAmerican country music singer
Margo ReyAmerican singer-songwriter
Margo GeerAmerican competitive swimmer
Margo HayesAmerican rock climber
Margo SeibertAmerican actress and singer
Margo MacdonaldCanadian politician
Margo GunnAustralian actress

Characters Named Margo

Margo Roth Spiegelman"Paper Towns" by John Green
Margo Channing"All About Eve" - film
Margo Hanson"The Magicians" - TV series
Margo Gru"Despicable Me" - film
Margo Sheffield"The West Wing" - TV series
Margo Lane"The Shadow" - radio drama
Margo Hughes"As the World Turns" - TV series
Margo Montgomery"Guiding Light" - TV series
Margo Leadbetter"The Good Life" - TV series
Margo Shelby"Empire" - TV series
Margo Masse"The Practice" - TV series
Margo Martindale"Justified" - TV series
Margo Delacroix"Sky High" - film
Margo Shephard"Lost" - TV series
Margo Hilton"The Nanny" - TV series